According to the U.S. Department of State, there are other websites purporting to offer electronic visas, some of which reportedly charge double the official price, but this is the only official Government of Egypt portal for this service. U.S. citizens and the citizens of 44 other countries are eligible to apply through this means in advance of their travel.

According to the Egypt E-Visa Portal, nationals of the countries listed below may be issued with an e-Visa upon application on the Egypt E-Visa Portal. You are advised to create an e-Visa application at least 7 days before your departure.